Catholic Saint
St. Adelaide of Italy
“A Holy Roman Empress who used her political power for charitable works and the spread of Christianity across Europe.”
Feast Day: December 16
Biography
St. Adelaide was a Burgundian princess who became Holy Roman Empress through her marriage to Otto the Great. She endured imprisonment, political intrigue, and family conflict, yet used her influence to promote monasteries, churches, and charitable institutions across Europe. She spent her final years in prayer and penance.
Prayer to St. Adelaide of Italy
Power is given to serve, not to dominate.